Serving 430 students in grades 9-12, Colusa High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colusa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Colusa High School's student population of 430 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colusa High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colusa High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1356 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colusa High School's ranking?
Colusa High School is ranked #1356 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colusa High School?
The graduation rate of Colusa High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Colusa High School?
430 students attend Colusa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Colusa High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colusa High School?
Colusa High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Colusa High School offer ?
Colusa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Colusa High School part of?
Colusa High School is part of Colusa Unified School District.
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